By: Renee Coakley (Kindbody Atlanta) Growing up, there were always clubs everyone wanted to join. These clubs could be based on hobbies, interests, personal growth, or often, what their friends were doing. Throughout adulthood there were a few clubs that I unwillingly got initiated into that I never would have chosen. A few years ago, […]

By: Kriszta Tiwari, Certified Holistic Nutritionist Why this recipe is soothing for PMOS symptoms: Brassicas: Cauliflower and kale are rich in folate, vitamin C, vitamin Bs, K, iron, copper, calcium and potassium. Nutrients needed for optimal metabolism and hormone balance. Cauliflower is rich in the phytochemical sulforaphane and plant sterol such as indole-3-carbinol. Together they […]

WHAT IS PCOS? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common cause of irregular menses in the United States and affects up to 1 in 10 women. While PCOS can show up in a number of different ways there are clearly defined criteria for how to diagnose PCOS.  PCOS is diagnosed when a person meets […]

By: Dr. Kara Ehlers Did you know that up to 13% of infertility might be caused by smoking? As a Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility specialist, I want my patients to be as healthy as possible prior to attempting pregnancy. While most people are well aware smoking can lead to cancer, lung disease, and heart disease, they […]

High school health class is often the last fertility health education most people receive. For many women, the main focus of their early reproductive years is to avoid pregnancy. When they’re finally ready to start a family, it isn’t always as easy as they expect. Take these 5 points, read them, share them and take […]

I still remember the first time I ever saw a minimally invasive robotic surgery as an Ob/Gyn resident.  The patient was a young woman suffering from large tumors in her uterus, called fibroids, which caused pain, heavy bleeding, and made it difficult for her to conceive.  We were doing a surgery called a Myomectomy (a […]

Polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS, is a common hormonal disorder. It is the most common reason that people will have irregular periods during their reproductive years. Here are some of the typical symptoms to look out for if you think you have PCOS